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Bodyboarding Lessons at Campeche: Feel the Power of the Ocean
Bodyboarding is about feeling the ocean's raw power in your body and soul. It is an intense, technical, and visceral sport.
Contrary to popular belief, bodyboarding isn't just an 'easier' version of surfing. It requires refined technique, expert wave reading, and precise full-body engagement.
From the heavy barrels of Pipeline to the world stage, bodyboarders are respected as some of the most fearless athletes in the lineup. They are known for charging heavy, deep waves where speed, energy, and the power of aerial maneuvers take center stage.
At Peterson Boeira Surf & Bodyboard School, you will experience the most authentic side of the sport. We focus on building solid foundations and specialized maneuvers. Each session is structured for real progression, safety, and a deep connection with the Atlantic.
Bodyboard Lessons — Peterson Boeira School
For all ages and skill levels. All equipment included (Board + Fins + Leash)
Surfing on a bodyboard is feeling the power of the ocean in your body and soul! It’s an intense, technical, and visceral sport. Contrary to what many think, bodyboarding is not an easier version of surfing; it requires refined technique, precise wave reading, and full-body control.
At Pipeline, bodyboarding is respected by surfers from all over the world. There, bodyboarders are known as the toughest on the peak—fearless and in command of the waves when the ocean is heavy and deep. The sport impresses with its speed, energy, and the power of aerials and maneuvers.
In the Peterson Boeira School’s bodyboard lessons, you experience the most authentic form of bodyboarding, developing solid fundamentals and discipline-specific techniques. Each lesson is designed to ensure real progress, safety, and a deep connection with the waters of Campeche Beach.
Equipment Included
Lessons include high-quality, state-of-the-art surf equipment:
Peterson Boeira School’s Personalized Methodology: Individualized Bodyboard Learning
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School Methodology
The Peterson Boeira School has a distinctive methodology. Lessons are personalized and individual, focusing on each student’s challenges and goals, providing precise feedback and careful attention to continuous progress. Having the same instructor throughout the learning process makes all the difference — after every session, the coach knows each student’s current level, which skills have been mastered, and which areas need further development.
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Languages
Bodyboard lessons are offered in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
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Schedules
Lessons are scheduled directly with the coach, based on the student’s needs and the school’s availability.
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Rescheduling
If needed, lessons can be rescheduled up to 24 hours in advance at no extra cost. Lessons take place in the rain; they are only rescheduled in the event of lightning. In cases of very strong winds, bodyboard lessons at Campeche Beach are moved to Matadeiro Beach.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1.Do I need to know how to swim to take a bodyboard lesson?
Knowing how to swim is very important and recommended, but it is not mandatory to start bodyboarding. Lessons take place in a safe location, with water at waist level, and the coach provides constant guidance throughout.
2. What is the difference between surfing and bodyboarding?
In bodyboarding, you lie on the board or ride with one knee bent. Fins are used for propulsion, and the board is smaller in size compared to a surfboard.
3. Is bodyboarding easier than surfing?
No. Bodyboarding may seem simple, but it requires a lot of technique, leg strength, quick wave reading, and full-body control. Both sports have their own challenges.
4. Is bodyboarding just surfing for those who can’t stand on a board?
No. Bodyboarding is a complete sport with its own techniques, specific wave reading, and unique movements not found in traditional surfing.
While surfing requires balance standing up, bodyboarding demands:
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Leg explosiveness
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Core strength
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Quick wave reading
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Precision with fins
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Full-body control
5. How long does it take to learn bodyboarding?
It depends on your level, frequency, and exposure to the ocean. Many beginners can ride waves with control in the first few lessons, and continuous practice with guidance leads to steady improvement.
6. Is bodyboarding safe for beginners?
Yes! Lessons take place in suitable locations, with waves matched to each skill level and close supervision by the coach.
8. Does bodyboarding help with physical fitness?
Absolutely. Bodyboarding is a full-body sport that works on:
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Breathing
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Leg strength
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Abdominal muscles and core
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Explosiveness
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Endurance
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Coordination
All of this happens naturally in the water.
10. What should I bring to my bodyboard lesson?
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Towel
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Water
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Sunscreen
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Wear a bikini, swimsuit, or swim trunks under your wetsuit (neoprene).
11. Do lessons take place on rainy days?
Yes! Lessons continue as usual, even in the rain.
They are only rescheduled in the event of lightning.
If winds are very strong, lessons are moved to Matadeiro Beach.
12. What are the main bodyboarding maneuvers?
Some of the key maneuvers include Roll, ARS, Invert, Backflip, El Rollo, 360°, Drop Knee, and more.
13. Can I learn bodyboarding on my own?
You can, but it is not recommended.
Without professional guidance, progress is slower and risks are higher.
With an experienced coach, youlearn faster, more safely, and with proper technique.
